Chapter 270: Banquet Trifles, The Prelude Gradually Opens

Just below the Spaceship, a small, dark brown planet leapt into view, its color tone appearing grim and heavy.

Return Star-16 Satellite!

Also known as Titan's Satellite, because if Titus returned to Return Star, he would usually live on this satellite.

They received a communication request, an inquiry sent over. If they didn't verify their Identity and rashly stayed nearby, they would be treated as enemies.

Klein had an Invitation Card. After verifying her Identity, the other party sent the docking coordinates, and Klein's vehicle flew towards the designated landing spot.

The Surface of this satellite was covered with a black Protective Shield, concealing the scenes above.

They descended slowly. After penetrating the Protective Shield, the detailed scenes of the Surface came into full view.

Here, cold and dark tones dominated, with almost nothing flashy.

High-rise alloy buildings stood towering, and base clusters resembled continuous mountain ranges. These buildings lit up with scattered starlight, giving an inexplicable sense of mystery and a strong sci-fi vibe.

This planet did not rely on Return Star's energy supply and even provided energy in reverse, which had been repeatedly praised by the High Echelon.

The vehicle landed at the dock between the base clusters. The group walked off the Spaceship, only to see a team of people already waiting there. They were all from Titus's guard, and the leader was indeed an old acquaintance—Deanpodo.

"Your Highness Klein, thank you for accepting the invitation. Welcome."

Deanpodo's etiquette was passable, not spouting any remarks about Female Beings being unworthy of respect.

Klein was Noncommittal. She looked at the surrounding environment and chuckled: "This is my first time here. The environment here is somewhat beyond my expectations; it's a bit too depressing."

"I will convey your opinion."

Deanpodo replied, then saw Li Yu beside Klein. His eyes flickered slightly, and he said indifferently: "I said we would meet again very soon."

Li Yu raised an eyebrow and said: "Indeed very soon, somewhat beyond my expectations."

"Have you changed your mind about my proposal?" Deanpodo brought up the recruitment again, surprising Li Yu.

Did Titus value him that much? He had already explicitly refused, yet they still attempted to recruit him.

A cold light flashed in Klein's eyes, and she said in a deep voice: "I am still standing here. Aren't you disregarding me too much by acting like this?"

Deanpodo's expression remained normal: "You misunderstand. I was just asking casually."

"Do you need me to refuse him again on His Highness Titus's turf?" Li Yu asked in return.

This old bull was trying to smear him, deliberately bringing this matter up in front of Klein, and even recruiting him again. The purpose was to provoke Klein's dissatisfaction and suspicion.

But Li Yu bypassed him directly and targeted Titus. Deanpodo frowned tightly, the Aura on his body fluctuating, seemingly unable to take a joke.

The atmosphere was faintly abnormal. An astonishing Aura erupted from Klein's body, surprising Li Yu somewhat.

This is Klein's Strength? He had never seen Klein make a move, not expecting this girl's Strength to be not low.

But thinking about it, it makes sense. The Star Glory Empire had a mature noble system, and Return Star was at least a top-tier civilization. They probably had similar genetic Technology.

Allowing royal descendants to possess powerful Strength at an appropriate age without having to work too hard, much like Star Beasts.

"Klein... Your Highness?" The deadly atmosphere was broken by a slightly surprised voice from behind.

Everyone looked back, only to see a squad of soldiers surrounding a woman wearing an equally gorgeous dress, only her dress was more revealing and eye-catching.

She had an Alluring smile on her face, an Alluring gait, and two long legs in black pantyhose were faintly visible under the extremely high slits of her skirt.

"It's really you. I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me. I didn't expect to see you here." With an exaggerated smile, this woman walked up to Klein and gave a common slight bow.

Although seemingly respectful, one could hear the teasing tone in her voice. Obviously, she didn't think Klein should appear here.

It had nothing to do with Status... just because Titus almost never invited his siblings to attend his banquets.

A deep cleavage entered Klein's sight. She frowned slightly, her attitude lukewarm: "Long time no see, Commander Keya."

This was actually a Commander. Li Yu was somewhat surprised, sizing up the other party from top to bottom. The contrast was too strong.

"This must be Baron Li Yu..." Keya seemed to have just noticed Li Yu beside her and asked.

"Hello..." Li Yu nodded slightly.

Keya smiled like a flower, her voice Alluring: "Tsk tsk... truly born with a good skin, considered handsome even among Interstellar humans."

"Our Return Star's Aesthetics are similar to Interstellar humans. No wonder Klein treats you like a treasure."

Faced with Keya's naked words, Klein actually didn't know how to answer, her demeanor somewhat unnatural.

Li Yu glanced at Klein and spoke up: "Who doesn't treat an A-Tier Lifeform as a treasure? I'm afraid His Highness Titus is the same. Every A-Tier Lifeform is a treasure of Return Star."

Keya's Alluring expression intensified, her eyes seeming somewhat blurry, and she smiled seductively: "Truly sharp-tongued, but Sister really wants to taste just how good your mouth is."

The corner of Li Yu's mouth twitched slightly. Is it really okay to speak so nakedly? It's making people shy.

Keya looked at Klein and continued: "I just wonder if Your Highness Klein is willing to lend your pet to me to play with."

Li Yu's eyes narrowed slightly, staring at the Alluring Keya. Does this brain-dead person have a disease? Coming up and speaking with thorns.

Klein's face flushed slightly, from anger. She looked at Deanpodo and said coldly: "Is the banquet being held right here? Why aren't you leading the way!"

Deanpodo nodded silently and began to lead the way.

"I have oral ulcers at the corners of my mouth, I'm afraid of catching some disease..." Li Yu said solemnly.

Keya was slightly stunned. It wasn't until the two walked far away that she reacted, her Alluring expression abruptly withdrawing.

Li Yu followed what she said and took it a step further, even implying she was unclean and had some kind of infectious disease.

"Those who can come here are all Titus's people. They were already dissatisfied with Mother, so their attitude towards us won't be good," Klein suddenly spoke up, not avoiding Deanpodo.

"Understood." Li Yu didn't mind.

"Keya is the Commander of the Blood Rose Fleet. She looks young, but in reality, she has been in charge of the Blood Rose Fleet for over sixty years." Klein explained again, paused, and then pointedly said:

"She has a promiscuous nature. Her previous partner was an A-Tier Lifeform, but as a result of Keya's romantic affairs, his Mental State became unstable, and he stayed far away from Return Star."

Fuck... cheating on an A-Tier Lifeform until his mind became unstable. This woman is truly awesome.

"Regarding this kind of behavior... doesn't Return Star care?" Li Yu asked curiously.

Klein sighed: "Her battle record is outstanding. A slightly promiscuous private life is no harm."

She pursed her lips and hesitated: "It's best you don't get close to this kind of woman..."

Then, as if Protesting Too Much, she explained: "What I mean is... don't get hurt by her."

Li Yu looked at Klein, who kept her eyes straight ahead, and said calmly: "I can't be bothered with this kind of promiscuous woman. I am someone who keeps myself clean."

"Mhm." Klein's emotions couldn't be read, but her pace became much brisker. The corners of Li Yu's mouth turned up slightly. Handled.

The location of the banquet was a massive castle. Some of the attendees had already arrived. The treatment was high-end, and guests would not be neglected.

There was still some time before the gathering officially began, so many people would arrive early.

Because the days before the gathering started were for catching up and an opportunity to make new Friends. The chance for influential figures to gather together was very rare.

Under Deanpodo's lead, the group stepped into the hall.

At this time, there were guests in twos and threes in the hall, from various species, socializing.

Hearing someone walk in, the guests in the hall looked over in unison. After recognizing Klein, their expressions became somewhat strange. They seemed to want to come up and greet her but had scruples, so they stayed put.

These people were all Titus's people, so they naturally had scruples when facing Klein. Just like at the banquet held by Vimala, no one paid Attention to Alexei.

However, Klein didn't mind either. The two found a corner to stay in.

"Klein... I finally found someone to talk to." In another corner, a young Man holding a Wine Glass walked over.

"Alexei..." Klein greeted. Li Yu's mind stirred; another royal descendant with little presence.

"Li Yu?" Alexei raised his Wine Glass and looked at Li Yu.

Li Yu casually picked up the Glass Cup placed on the Table and nodded: "Yes, Your Highness..."

Duang!

The glasses clinked together. Alexei seemed to have no airs at all, perhaps because Li Yu was also an A-Tier Lifeform, and the other party recognized his Identity and Status.

Only when one reached an A-Tier Lifeform did they truly have the qualification to interact with these big shots; before that, they were just tools.

The two downed their drinks in one gulp.

"I don't know what crazy fit this eldest brother of ours is having, actually inviting me too," Alexei complained: "No one here pays Attention to me either. Good thing you came."

Perhaps because the two were in the same boat, Klein's attitude became much gentler, and she said softly: "Who knows what he wants to do, we'll find out later."

Alexei complained a few more times. This guy was worse off than Klein. At least Klein had Li Yu to barely save face, and her Mother was still Vimala.

But he didn't have a single useful person under him, coming and going alone every day.

"Wow, our Blood Rose is here..."

"Commander Keya has become beautiful again..."

"..."

As the doors opened again, Keya, who was half a step behind Li Yu and Klein, also arrived. She was clearly a pivotal figure in Titus's faction as well, surrounded by everyone like stars around the moon.

Many men's eyes still carried a burning heat, obviously wanting to have something happen with this Blood Rose.

Even though her reputation wasn't very good, whether it was her Identity and Status or her figure and appearance, she was top of the top. No one could refuse a One-Night Stand.

Having something happen with such a figure could even become capital for boasting.

Compared to the extraordinary liveliness over there, this corner only had three people. Even though two were royal descendants, it was still desolate, as if detached from the world.

This group of people was also divided into multiple tiers. The lowest were the elites from all walks of life in Return Star, big tycoons from the outside world, and the like. In the eyes of ordinary Return Star Citizens, they were already at the top of the pyramid.

But here, they were just barely qualified, and couldn't even find anyone to chat with.

And slightly better were the managers in Return Star's government system. They were sharply dressed and reserved, but couldn't conceal the bloody smell all over their bodies.

The ones with the highest Status were figures at Keya's level, as well as special envoys from foreign civilizations.

There weren't many special envoys from foreign civilizations, coming from several civilizations on good terms with Return Star.

As for Li Yu and the other two, they were not included in this list, because no one paid Attention to them.

"This Keya... is really not bad..." Alexei sized up Keya from top to bottom, his eyes concealing a burning heat.

"If Father or Mother knew, think about the consequences..." Klein reminded.

Alexei immediately shuddered and looked at Klein with a bitter smile: "My good Younger sister, you can't scare me like this anymore. Besides... you already have Brother Li Yu... what right do you have to talk about me..."

"Don't talk nonsense!" Klein frowned.

"Alright... alright..." Alexei shrugged, drank a cup of wine, and winked at Li Yu again.

Li Yu was somewhat Speechless. This Alexei and Max could definitely play together.

Titus didn't appear. Instead, a holographic projection suddenly emerged in the center of the hall. It was the live video feed of Digor, seeming to be starting right away.

Titus had a great sense of propriety; his banquet did not conflict with Digor's speech.

The clamor gradually quieted down. Even Keya restrained her Alluring demeanor and became solemn, enough to show Digor's Status.

During the strong period of Digor's rule, no one dared to ignore his prestige. After all, the title "Star Burier" wasn't just for fun.

Under the trend of a generally peaceful Interstellar situation, still being able to obtain this title was enough to prove everything.

Not long after, Digor appeared in the video, looking no different from the photos, sitting in front of a desk, his expression peaceful.

In the homes of countless Return Star Citizens, everyone stopped what they were doing and looked at this supreme ruler with reverent gazes.

"...Fellow Return Star Citizens, long time no see..." Digor began to speak slowly.

"...Not long ago, Return Star suffered a heavy blow... foreign Bio-Virus... Terrorist Attacks one after another..."

"...Fortunately, during this period, many admirable figures emerged in Return Star, defending Return Star with their lives..."

Digor paused, and said somewhat sorrowfully: "...Commander Elton of the Meteor Fleet, he is a figure worthy of respect..."

Listening to Elton's tragic heroic deeds, Li Yu couldn't help but be moved. Too touching!

Next, he generally talked about Elton's achievements, decided what title to award posthumously, and spoke some official words to pump everyone up.

"...Additionally, regarding the Xinhuo Virus issue, I am issuing a Bounty to the entire Universe here. Any individual or organization that can solve the Xinhuo Virus can receive a substantial reward from Return Star..."

"...We will spare no cost, with only one goal, and that is for Return Star!"

Hearing this, Li Yu exchanged a glance with Klein, everything understood without words.

(End of this chapter)